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Life X 3
Funny. witty and poignant, Life x 3 by Yasmina Reza, this amaetur production
is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French Ltd
Artspace, Dewsbury Arts Group, Lower Peel St., Dewsbury.
Today to Sat 26 Jan
Observatory Open Week - this event is subject to cancellation
If the sky is clear then we will take telescopes out to observe the night sky. This event is subject to change at short notice. There will be a small admission charge.
Huddersfield Observatory
Today to Sat 26 Jan, Mon 18 Feb to Sat 23 Feb
Little Box Art Sessions
Art sessions run to create imagination in children under five years old.
Set at different times during term time, daily so children can access a range of arts and crafts to inspire their creativity.
Each half term we have a different theme to focus on.
Kate’s Classes, Unit 5, Lockhill Mill, Sowerby Bridge
Today to Fri 25 Jan, Mon 28 Jan to Fri 1 Feb, Mon 4 Feb to Fri 8 Feb, Mon 11 Feb to Thu 14 Feb, Tue 26 Feb to Mon 11 Mar
Nostell - Curator Talks
Join Nostells Curator Simon McCormack and our experienced team of volunteers for a talk, coffee and cake followed by a tour of select rooms and artefacts.
To book your place call 01924 863892. Booking Essential. Phone: 01924 863892.
Nostell, Doncaster Road, Nostell, near Wakefield,
Today, Tue 5 Feb, Tue 26 Feb
Nostell - Conservation, Coffee and Cake
Ever wondered what happens when the house doors close for winter' See what the conservation team get up to, to look after this special place and have a go at some conservation techniques yourself. During the winter, the conservation team are even busier than when the house is open to visitors!
Nostell, Doncaster Road, Nostell, near Wakefield,
Today, Wed 30 Jan, Wed 13 Feb
Royal Republic
Royal Republic Plus Special Guest. Artists performing: Royal Republic.: Tickets avaiable.
Brudenell Social Club, Leeds
Today
Still Life: Things Devouring Time - Symposium
A symposium accompanying the exhibition ‘Still Life: Things Devouring Time’.
The artworks in Still Life: Things Devouring Time draw attention to urgent contemporary concerns, relating to consumption and sustainability. By raising awareness and provoking thought they seek to critically intervene in these issues.
The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery, University of Leeds
Thu 24 Jan 19
Train to Teach Bradford
People in Bradford are being encouraged to help shape the lives of the next generation by choosing a career in teaching, ahead of a recruitment event at The Bradford Hotel on Thursday 24 January.
The Bradford Hotel, Hall Ings
Thu 24 Jan 19
Nostell - Thursday Health Walk
Enjoy an hour’s walk around Nostell’s picturesque parkland. Get some free exercise with a gentle stroll around the park led by our experienced walk leader. Join the group of regular walkers to take in the changing seasons and enjoy a cuppa in the cafe each week. Booking Not Needed. Children welcome.
Nostell, Doncaster Road, Nostell, near Wakefield,
Thu 24 Jan, Thu 31 Jan, Thu 7 Feb
Nostell - Friday Health Walk
Enjoy an hour’s walk around Nostell’s picturesque parkland. Get some free exercise with a gentle stroll around the park led by our experienced walk leader. Join the group of regular walkers to take in the changing seasons and enjoy a cuppa in the cafe each week. Booking Not Needed. Children welcome.
Nostell, Doncaster Road, Nostell, near Wakefield,
Fri 25 Jan, Fri 1 Feb
Club Night
A relaxed to share astronomical experiences
4A Railway Street, Huddersfield
Fri 25 Jan, Fri 8 Feb, Fri 22 Feb
Saltaire Vintage Home & Fashion Fair
25 - 30 stalls of genuine vintage loveliness for you and your home including vintage fashion, such as 1940’s tea dresses, 1950’s frocks, jewellery, accessories, furniture, homewares, vintage vinyl, toys, books, kitchenalia and collectables, all from the 1920’s to the 1980’s....
Victoria Hall, Victoria Road, Saltaire
Sat 26 Jan 19
AvA WW2 Dance & Party Night with DJ Lynne & Terry
1940’s Dance & Party to the sounds of WW2 - an event organised by Kippax NSPCC District Committee.
Royal British Legion
Church Lane
Kippax
Sat 26 Jan 19
Pontefract Model Railway Exhibition
50th Model Railway Exhibition presented by Normanton & Pontefract RMS. Twenty quality layouts covering all the popular scales and eras. Full trade support. Club sales stand. Modelling demonstrators. Café serving a range of snacks and drinks. Disable access.
NEW College, Park Lane, Pontefract
Sat 26 Jan 19 and Sun 27 Jan
Nostell - Parkrun
Join in this free weekly 5km timed run through the parkland, which is open to everyone, free, safe and easy to take part in. People of every ability are encouraged to get involved; from those taking their first steps in running to Olympians; from juniors to those with more experience; all are welcome.
Nostell, Doncaster Road, Nostell, near Wakefield,
Sat 26 Jan, Sat 2 Feb, Sat 9 Feb, Sat 16 Feb, Sat 23 Feb, Sat 2 Mar
Gin ’n’ Jazz
Gin ’N Jazz PLUS Jukebox Karoake
Sunday Sessions at Tailors Gin Bar, Leeds Grand Arcade
***Complimentary Gin Fizz on Arrival with Every Ticket***
Join us, on the last Sunday of each month for Gin ’n Jazz PLUS Jukebox Karoake!
Tailors, 23 - 24 Grand Arcade,
Merrion Street, Leeds
Sun 27 Jan 19
Invited Speaker
Gravitational Waves by Dr Peter Edwards from Durham University. There will be a small admission charge
4A Railway Street, Huddersfield
Fri 1 Feb 19
Life Drawing with Rob Oldfield
Join us in our monthly life drawing class with Gallery favourite, experienced artist and tutor, Rob Oldfield.
This workshop is open to everyone, from newcomers who want to take up a hobby through to experienced artists looking to hone their sketching skills.
The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery, University of Leeds
Sat 2 Feb 19
YSP Poetry Walks – Winter: Penone’s Writings 1968-2008
Walk with us from the Underground Gallery to the Upper Lake, pausing along the way to hear powerful poems, contemplations and writings by Giuseppe Penone, performed by Natalie Bellingham.
Yorkshire Sculpture Park
West Bretton
Wakefield
Sat 2 Feb 19
The Gibbet Heritage Board Official Unveiling
The Halifax Gibbet is quite unique in England. There is no other known execution instrument like it and it still stands today on its namesake road Gibbet Street. From the 13th Century this deadly instrument was used to execute any thieves who stole goods over the value of 13 ½ D. ( In modern day approx.
Halifax Gibbet, Bedford Street, Halifax
Sat 2 Feb 19
Tales from the Gallery – Storytelling for Under 5s
Join us on the first Sunday of every month for interactive and immersive storytelling in the Underground Gallery. Enjoy a different story is created in the gallery every month by our spellbinding storytellers. – This event is suitable for wheelchair users.
Yorkshire Sculpture Park Bretton Hall WAKEFIELD
Sun 3 Feb, Sun 3 Mar
Psychic Switch - Leeds City
Experience 4 different Psychics, Mediums in 1 amazing psychic night. Book a ticket for yourself or come with friends, family etc for a great social psychic evening. Everyone is guaranteed a message. Bar open, over 18’s only.
Novotel Hotel, Leeds
Sun 3 Feb 19
Mum2mum Market Baby & Childrens Nearly New Sale - Halifax/Brighouse
SUN 3rd FEB 2019 - Lightcliffe Academy Sports Centre - Doors Open 13:15 – 15:15
35+ stalls selling excellent condition baby and children’s goods at bargain prices. Well-known brands at a fraction of high street prices. Everything imaginable for your little ones.
Lightcliffe Academy Sports Centre, Stoney Lane, Lightcliffe, Halifax
Sun 3 Feb 19
Circus of Horrors 2019
Circus of Horrors is touring throughout the world with its latest & greatest show, featuring unbelievable sword swallowers, hairculian women swinging around the auditorium from her hair, demon dwarfs, strong man, whirlwind acrobats, flaming limbo, sensational sinister aerialists, knife throwing, cross & long bow
Victoria theatre
2 Fountain st
Halifax
Tue 5 Feb 19
Social Astronomy Evening
A relaxed evening to astronomical imaging, events, activities and telescope making
4A Railway Street, Huddersfield
Tue 5 Feb, Tue 19 Mar